December 16, 1959 (8 pages)

16, 1959 ySon prisoners ade their in a Jeep amento on ir. ew weeks an Quinere good bugh to be e line. both were s logical, to "make bt the only , but they ito-try it. this pair Graniteta forestry hey didn't yalso enNorth San ut butter, of sleeping lothes and pPhindwasa d rifle. Air. ed in solmed to San ment or as ation? ay Patrol cars were ilo made the# to get. nion of the merce. gure a way the city's Pd, to pacre literally well pubAt's past. the idea it bot sequoia in the U.S. the oldest. it was planhe latter.A 118 foot would draw y jibe with Dped. interesting le: g is footed property the ree are furfor that use , deposited . Bergemann to be proud City residS Yn front of meets Sac1 flourished ining days. hotel, with dernization ed to emerothe jetage. hird Class . prepared to LC emergency ad ited him with . -tow months too early for in infant toa he child will coming home year-old Euthe base, if tsedto a new Wednesday, December 16, 1959 NEVADA COUNTY CITIZEN » Margaret Abrahamson Society Editor otpourr< . } i e in the am.OUT OF NOWHERE.The crisp morning, the cold way your nose feels when you stick it out the first thing, your eyes like they were on fire.The heater in the car buzzing along in a most half-hearted way, mostly cold, cold air, in the early beginning.then warmer, and warmer, and by now it is time to get out in the cold again. THE SALVATION Army lady on the corner, earnestly ringing her bell, tolling the minutes away.sheis cold; and she must be tired, but sherings her bell endlessly in hopes that you will drop some money in the pot.for the good of humanity that is not sofortunate as you and I.The little old man on the street, leaning on his cane as he drags himself along, but witha cheerful ‘good morning' for everyone he meets.makes the day a little brighter. The sun so warm when it rests upon your back, and your chin so chilly when you"step into a shadow.The coats out of the’ moth-balls.just back from the cleaners lend their warmth to an otherwise crisp morn.The windows dressed for Christmas, the colored lights all in place, each merchant trying to out-do the other.The beautifultrees in the banks, silver and white and what-have-you. the imported decorations appearing in the stores, such elegance! The bakeries smelling of spicy goodies for feasting too well, but perhaps not too wisely. THE BIGlogs still rolling down from the timber areas.thetruck tires screaming as they slowtoa crawl as they round the corner.the acrid smell of burning brakes fills the air. The stores filled with shoppers.the grandma's and grandpa's furtive looks as they search for toys in the stores. planning a big Christmas for the grandchildren. watching the mechanical toys in motion, and surely wondering why such .things were not invented in their day. .the train that smokes, the old man inthe rocker whose pipe lights up as he rocks, the cat that chases the mouse, and the puppy that drags his toy around . the rickshaw thatruns with his passenger.all an example of the mechanizedworldinwhich we live. The hurry, hurry, hurry of the people as they shop .gOing to beat the holiday rush, but it's no use.the last minute they will discover that they overlooked Aunt Harriet or Uncle Ernie, and off they will go to buck the crowds.and look, there is something that is on a clearance sale. and so they are off to the pocketbook again. THE SCHOOL kids just counting the days until vacation.the last big one until Easter.the longing in our grownup (?) hearts forthe old days.the snow was deeper then, the air crisper, and the bones didn't ache so much when we did our work or when we shopped. THE NICEST THINGS to remember. The evening before Christmas. .the walk down through my home town with my mother.to openthe doors in the stores and shout a merry Christmas.a visit to the neighbors for hot chocolate.along with a cheerful greeting that the morrow would be the merriest of all. So many of ‘these nice people are not with us anymore .but there are many new friends to take their place. That is one thing about Our Towns.they are the nicest of all. the friendliness ofthe people, their consideration.and most of all their thoughtfulness.A newcomer is always made to feel that he really belongs. So much forthat.firstthing you know I'll be sitting here bawling like a kid who lost: his ice cream when he fell down. ORCHIDS to the salespeople in our busy stores.they are working so hardto take care ofus all.andwe know that we are impatient.but they are doing their’ best in spite of how grouchy we might feel.a special bouquet to those who have that special smile and shining eye as we thank them for being so helpful. WHO'S NEWIN WHO'S WHO. A note froma new grandmother tells us that Mr. and Mrs.Wade A. Penrose of Sacramento are the parents of Lisa Anne, born Dec.6, at Sutter Hospital. Wade is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Penrose, 560 N. Pine St.,and is employed by Aerojet and resides in Folsom. Mrs. James Penrose and Mrs .Fannie Eden of Nevada City are the great-grandmothers of Lisa Anne. The new arrival is the second girl in the Penrose family in 50 years. Another proud grandmother is Mary Cavill, whose daughter Mary Pat gave birth toason, Dec. 5th, the date of gramma's birthday. The parent's are Mr. and Mrs. Orville Nichson Jr. of Grass Valley, and they have named the young man Michael Anthony.Dec. 6th found the William Crankshaws of Grass Valley, the parents of a new son Ned McClue. December 7th Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Rogers debuted a son, who was still unnamed at this writing. December 8th Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Mazzantiof Nevada City produced a junior, Vincent Lawrence, Jr. December 8th, brought in the only girl at Sierra Memorial when Mr. and Mrs. James Allen of Grass Valley became the parents of Diane Carol. Miners and Jones Hospitals report that the stork overlooked them last week. It's time to take my reminiscing and go home.hunt up the Christmas tree decorations, end up by completely rearranging the house so that it can be put up where it will look the lovliest.and still not be too much inthe way.light up the bayberry candles.and bid you all adieu until next week comes our way. OFFICERS. . .ofthe Sierra chapter of the California Nursing Home Association, installed at a Yuba City meeting recently. Left toright, Frances Wilson, Yuba City, director; Jean Filer, Paradise, treasurer; Doris Dent, Paradise, president; Nellie Taylor, Chico, Vice-president; and Maxine Reid, Nevada City, secretary. Officers of the Sierra and ~. Sacramento chapters of the “Aa California Nursing Home Asm “sociation were installed recently at a meeting in Yuba City. Meeting at TheRib, members of the organization enjoyed a chuck wagon style dinner. After singing carols prior to the arrival of the Sacramento members, Mrs. Jean Filer, Sierra treasurer, introduced the graup's state president. BUSINESS WOMEN.relaxat a Christmas party, with hus;}bands. Members of the West. ern Nevada Countv Business Members from eight counee "~ . tiesattended, some from the and Professional Women's . payareaandFolsom, to witclub, they are shown pouring . ness the joint installation. punch and enjoying an after "Jingle Bells" tinkled after di if h dinner with silver ware and inner gilt exc ange M drinking glasses joining the accordian music of Mrs. Ella © Cloud. of the Grass Valley Rest Home. A gift exchange a followed. Mrs. Marion Gellman, state president, and Mrs. CliffFairfax, state secretary, attended with their husbands, 49er Fire Auxiliary -s i beset PRESIDENT.Georgine Wasley of the Business and Professional Women's club meets Santa and receives her gift in the group's exchange at a Christmas party held at Hazel's in Nevada City. & * » Reports On Dinner The49'erFire Dept. Aux. met Friday at the Nevada City Elementary School. A report was given on the “very successful dinner" recently served at Pionéer Park. It was the last meeting before a recess forthewinter months, Newcomers Hold Christmas Party In asetting ofholiday decoration, theGarden and Social sections of the Newcomers held its annual Christmas party inthe form of a dessert luncheon yesterday at Bret Harte Hotel. Chairman of the party was Mrs. Ferne Andreazzi. Decorations included large red candles in wrought iron AnoNuevo, the name of a promintory on the San Mateo Coast, is one of the oldest place-names in the United States, having been given by Sebastian Vizcaino, Jan. 3, 1603. holders These were accented by green with a scattering of red Christmas tree balls and berries, : A committee headed by Mrs, Elvyra Holschaw handled the decorations. The party’s holiday mood was enhanced by the Lyric Ensemble's songs, This-group of 18 singers will appear on Ka Hi beginning Saturday. The Lyric Ensemble was under the direction of Mrs. Browine Stebbins. Mrs, Meda Snow was accompanist. Mrs. Olive Snow is chairman of the Social section of the Newcomers, Recent guests at the Wade 4 Wilson home have been Mr. jand Mrs. Dave Singletary of Red Bluff. ft ttt++ + The North San Juan WSCS met at the home of Gertrude Gillis for a potluck luncheon ecently. No sewing this meeting. Miss Hickman was present and showed the ladies some lovely Christmas slides The Camptonville circle also joined in. It was anice sociable meeting. t+tetet Cecile Wilson gave me a report on the WSCS Bazaar, held the 28th. This wasa joint effort of Camptonville and North San Juan and the ladies netted about $200. ++ ttt Last night the joint circles of WSCS Christmas party was held at the home of Phyllis Butz in Celestial Vatley. Gifts were exchanged. t+eetet Gertrude and Joe Gillis, Nell and Hubert Gillis and : RCT Saree . By DONNA MILHOUS Phone AXtel 2-3207 their children, Butch and Sandy are about to embark on a Christmas trip to Jackson, Miss., for a three or four week visit. Joe hails from there as does Nell, and they are expecting a real family reunion. Many of us wish them a safe journey anda Merry Christmas. t+t+tt+t+t Janice Reynolds (Snoen) was a passenger in a Car involved in an accident in which one woman was killed and three others injured slightly. Janice, who is-a college student at Humboldt State was on her way. home for the Thanksgiving holidays with a car full of girl students. Her home is in Ukiah. The accident took place near Garborville and the car plunged 150 feet down an embankment, landing ina river bed. The woman killed was the grandmother of one ofthe girls. Miss Snoen said ina" letter that she was unconscious throughout the plunge and has norecollection of the accident. She also said she was cut and bruised, broke her glasses, andhasa horrible case of poison oak, as the accident area was rather abundant with the stuff. t++t+4¢44 The Fields home, which was formerly painted white is now sporting a new barn red paint job, and they are also building a cement tank to try and alleviate a serious water shortage. tHeett Doc White is improving and should be released from the hospital soon. +eettet Don and Dianne Halleran, whose house burned to the ground Thanksgiving, are planning to move to the bay area next week. We will miss them. ++ t¢et+ The Native Daughters, Columbia Parlor, met recently atthe Native Daughters Hall in French Corral, Luncheon was served by the members of the Laurel and Manzanita chapters. Gifts were exchanged, and Christmas greens were sold. Money raised is to be used for the purchase of lupine and poppy seeds for roadside planting. Later a regular meeting was held. +tt++4t Ed Dulaney was honored at a birthday dinner held at Al's Corner over the weekend. His daughter, Dorris and sonin-law, Ralph Miller, and three children came-up from Loomis to join the festivities. Other guests were Art, Jeanie, Angela and Vella Mae Gallez, Dick Phillips and family, Bob Nilan and Jean Myemura, both of Sacramento, Mr. and Mrs. Vern McLaflin, Mr. andMrs. Ray Lytel, Art Cleghorn, Phillis Alberts, Charlene, Marcena and Leatha Welker, Louis Mollet, Shorty Hibbs and Louise Clark. +++¢44 Weekend visitors at the Oliver Milhous residence were Jim and Janet Walters.

16, 1959 ySon prisoners ade their in a Jeep amento on ir. ew weeks an Quinere good bugh to be e line. both were s logical, to "make bt the only , but they ito-try it. this pair Graniteta forestry hey didn't yalso enNorth San ut butter, of sleeping lothes and pPhindwasa d rifle. Air. ed in solmed to San ment or as ation? ay Patrol cars were ilo made the# to get. nion of the merce. gure a way the city's Pd, to pacre literally well pubAt's past. the idea it bot sequoia in the U.S. the oldest. it was planhe latter.A 118 foot would draw y jibe with Dped. interesting le: g is footed property the ree are furfor that use , deposited . Bergemann to be proud City residS Yn front of meets Sac1 flourished ining days. hotel, with dernization ed to emerothe jetage. hird Class . prepared to LC emergency ad ited him with . -tow months too early for in infant toa he child will coming home year-old Euthe base, if tsedto a new Wednesday, December 16, 1959 NEVADA COUNTY CITIZEN » Margaret Abrahamson Society Editor otpourr< . } i e in the am.OUT OF NOWHERE..The crisp morning, the cold way your nose feels when you stick it out the first thing, your eyes like they were on fire..The heater in the car buzzing along in a most half-hearted way, mostly cold, cold air, in the early beginning..then warmer, and warmer, and by now it is time to get out in the cold again.. THE SALVATION Army lady on the corner, earnestly ringing her bell, tolling the minutes away..sheis cold; and she must be tired, but sherings her bell endlessly in hopes that you will drop some money in the pot..for the good of humanity that is not sofortunate as you and I..The little old man on the street, leaning on his cane as he drags himself along, but witha cheerful ‘good morning' for everyone he meets..makes the day a little brighter.. The sun so warm when it rests upon your back, and your chin so chilly when you"step into a shadow..The coats out of the’ moth-balls..just back from the cleaners lend their warmth to an otherwise crisp morn..The windows dressed for Christmas, the colored lights all in place, each merchant trying to out-do the other..The beautifultrees in the banks, silver and white and what-have-you.. the imported decorations appearing in the stores, such elegance! The bakeries smelling of spicy goodies for feasting too well, but perhaps not too wisely. THE BIGlogs still rolling down from the timber areas..thetruck tires screaming as they slowtoa crawl as they round the corner..the acrid smell of burning brakes fills the air.. The stores filled with shoppers..the grandma's and grandpa's furtive looks as they search for toys in the stores.. planning a big Christmas for the grandchildren.. watching the mechanical toys in motion, and surely wondering why such .things were not invented in their day. .the train that smokes, the old man inthe rocker whose pipe lights up as he rocks, the cat that chases the mouse, and the puppy that drags his toy around . the rickshaw thatruns with his passenger..all an example of the mechanizedworldinwhich we live. The hurry, hurry, hurry of the people as they shop ..gOing to beat the holiday rush, but it's no use..the last minute they will discover that they overlooked Aunt Harriet or Uncle Ernie, and off they will go to buck the crowds..and look, there is something that is on a clearance sale.. and so they are off to the pocketbook again. THE SCHOOL kids just counting the days until vacation..the last big one until Easter..the longing in our grownup (?) hearts forthe old days..the snow was deeper then, the air crisper, and the bones didn't ache so much when we did our work or when we shopped. THE NICEST THINGS to remember.. The evening before Christmas. .the walk down through my home town with my mother..to openthe doors in the stores and shout a merry Christmas..a visit to the neighbors for hot chocolate..along with a cheerful greeting that the morrow would be the merriest of all. So many of ‘these nice people are not with us anymore ..but there are many new friends to take their place. That is one thing about Our Towns..they are the nicest of all.. the friendliness ofthe people, their consideration..and most of all their thoughtfulness..A newcomer is always made to feel that he really belongs. So much forthat..firstthing you know I'll be sitting here bawling like a kid who lost: his ice cream when he fell down.. ORCHIDS to the salespeople in our busy stores..they are working so hardto take care ofus all..andwe know that we are impatient..but they are doing their’ best in spite of how grouchy we might feel..a special bouquet to those who have that special smile and shining eye as we thank them for being so helpful. WHO'S NEWIN WHO'S WHO. A note froma new grandmother tells us that Mr. and Mrs.Wade A. Penrose of Sacramento are the parents of Lisa Anne, born Dec.6, at Sutter Hospital. Wade is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Penrose, 560 N. Pine St.,and is employed by Aerojet and resides in Folsom. Mrs. James Penrose and Mrs .Fannie Eden of Nevada City are the great-grandmothers of Lisa Anne. The new arrival is the second girl in the Penrose family in 50 years. Another proud grandmother is Mary Cavill, whose daughter Mary Pat gave birth toason, Dec. 5th, the date of gramma's birthday. The parent's are Mr. and Mrs. Orville Nichson Jr. of Grass Valley, and they have named the young man Michael Anthony.Dec. 6th found the William Crankshaws of Grass Valley, the parents of a new son Ned McClue. December 7th Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Rogers debuted a son, who was still unnamed at this writing. December 8th Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Mazzantiof Nevada City produced a junior, Vincent Lawrence, Jr. December 8th, brought in the only girl at Sierra Memorial when Mr. and Mrs. James Allen of Grass Valley became the parents of Diane Carol. Miners and Jones Hospitals report that the stork overlooked them last week. It's time to take my reminiscing and go home..hunt up the Christmas tree decorations, end up by completely rearranging the house so that it can be put up where it will look the lovliest..and still not be too much inthe way..light up the bayberry candles..and bid you all adieu until next week comes our way. OFFICERS. . .ofthe Sierra chapter of the California Nursing Home Association, installed at a Yuba City meeting recently. Left toright, Frances Wilson, Yuba City,

director; Jean Filer, Paradise, treasurer; Doris Dent, Paradise, president; Nellie Taylor, Chico, Vice-president; and Maxine Reid, Nevada City, secretary. Officers of the Sierra and ~. Sacramento chapters of the “Aa California Nursing Home Asm “sociation were installed recently at a meeting in Yuba City. Meeting at TheRib, members of the organization enjoyed a chuck wagon style dinner. After singing carols prior to the arrival of the Sacramento members, Mrs. Jean Filer, Sierra treasurer, introduced the graup's state president. BUSINESS WOMEN..relaxat a Christmas party, with hus;}bands. Members of the West. ern Nevada Countv Business Members from eight counee "~ . tiesattended, some from the and Professional Women's . payareaandFolsom, to witclub, they are shown pouring . ness the joint installation. punch and enjoying an after "Jingle Bells" tinkled after di if h dinner with silver ware and inner gilt exc ange M drinking glasses joining the accordian music of Mrs. Ella © Cloud. of the Grass Valley Rest Home. A gift exchange a followed. Mrs. Marion Gellman, state president, and Mrs. CliffFairfax, state secretary, attended with their husbands, 49er Fire Auxiliary -s i beset PRESIDENT..Georgine Wasley of the Business and Professional Women's club meets Santa and receives her gift in the group's exchange at a Christmas party held at Hazel's in Nevada City. & * » Reports On Dinner The49'erFire Dept. Aux. met Friday at the Nevada City Elementary School. A report was given on the “very successful dinner" recently served at Pionéer Park. It was the last meeting before a recess forthewinter months, Newcomers Hold Christmas Party In asetting ofholiday decoration, theGarden and Social sections of the Newcomers held its annual Christmas party inthe form of a dessert luncheon yesterday at Bret Harte Hotel. Chairman of the party was Mrs. Ferne Andreazzi. Decorations included large red candles in wrought iron AnoNuevo, the name of a promintory on the San Mateo Coast, is one of the oldest place-names in the United States, having been given by Sebastian Vizcaino, Jan. 3, 1603. holders These were accented by green with a scattering of red Christmas tree balls and berries, : A committee headed by Mrs, Elvyra Holschaw handled the decorations. The party’s holiday mood was enhanced by the Lyric Ensemble's songs, This-group of 18 singers will appear on Ka Hi beginning Saturday. The Lyric Ensemble was under the direction of Mrs. Browine Stebbins. Mrs, Meda Snow was accompanist. Mrs. Olive Snow is chairman of the Social section of the Newcomers, Recent guests at the Wade 4 Wilson home have been Mr. jand Mrs. Dave Singletary of Red Bluff. ft ttt++ + The North San Juan WSCS met at the home of Gertrude Gillis for a potluck luncheon ecently. No sewing this meeting. Miss Hickman was present and showed the ladies some lovely Christmas slides The Camptonville circle also joined in. It was anice sociable meeting. t+tetet Cecile Wilson gave me a report on the WSCS Bazaar, held the 28th. This wasa joint effort of Camptonville and North San Juan and the ladies netted about $200. ++ ttt Last night the joint circles of WSCS Christmas party was held at the home of Phyllis Butz in Celestial Vatley. Gifts were exchanged. t+eetet Gertrude and Joe Gillis, Nell and Hubert Gillis and : RCT Saree . By DONNA MILHOUS Phone AXtel 2-3207 their children, Butch and Sandy are about to embark on a Christmas trip to Jackson, Miss., for a three or four week visit. Joe hails from there as does Nell, and they are expecting a real family reunion. Many of us wish them a safe journey anda Merry Christmas. t+t+tt+t+t Janice Reynolds (Snoen) was a passenger in a Car involved in an accident in which one woman was killed and three others injured slightly. Janice, who is-a college student at Humboldt State was on her way. home for the Thanksgiving holidays with a car full of girl students. Her home is in Ukiah. The accident took place near Garborville and the car plunged 150 feet down an embankment, landing ina river bed. The woman killed was the grandmother of one ofthe girls. Miss Snoen said ina" letter that she was unconscious throughout the plunge and has norecollection of the accident. She also said she was cut and bruised, broke her glasses, andhasa horrible case of poison oak, as the accident area was rather abundant with the stuff. t++t+4¢44 The Fields home, which was formerly painted white is now sporting a new barn red paint job, and they are also building a cement tank to try and alleviate a serious water shortage. tHeett Doc White is improving and should be released from the hospital soon. +eettet Don and Dianne Halleran, whose house burned to the ground Thanksgiving, are planning to move to the bay area next week. We will miss them. ++ t¢et+ The Native Daughters, Columbia Parlor, met recently atthe Native Daughters Hall in French Corral, Luncheon was served by the members of the Laurel and Manzanita chapters. Gifts were exchanged, and Christmas greens were sold. Money raised is to be used for the purchase of lupine and poppy seeds for roadside planting. Later a regular meeting was held. +tt++4t Ed Dulaney was honored at a birthday dinner held at Al's Corner over the weekend. His daughter, Dorris and sonin-law, Ralph Miller, and three children came-up from Loomis to join the festivities. Other guests were Art, Jeanie, Angela and Vella Mae Gallez, Dick Phillips and family, Bob Nilan and Jean Myemura, both of Sacramento, Mr. and Mrs. Vern McLaflin, Mr. andMrs. Ray Lytel, Art Cleghorn, Phillis Alberts, Charlene, Marcena and Leatha Welker, Louis Mollet, Shorty Hibbs and Louise Clark. +++¢44 Weekend visitors at the Oliver Milhous residence were Jim and Janet Walters.